The Prosser Falcons will square off against the ITW David Speer Academy Pride at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Senn hit Prosser with a ten-run sixth inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Falcons came up short against the Bulldogs, falling 12-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Falcons have suffered since March 18th.
Julian Cebrero made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double. Jayden Perez was another key player, earning one run and two stolen bases.
Meanwhile, ITW David Speer Academy got the win against Steinmetz College Prep on Monday by a conclusive 13-2. The Pride might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matches by six runs or more this season.
Marco Ortiz looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April.
On the hitting side, Santiago Lopez was a standout: he went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. He has become a key player for ITW David Speer Academy: the team is 4-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 6-8 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Jeanderso Balza, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and two runs.
ITW David Speer Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .467. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
ITW David Speer Academy's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-9. As for Prosser, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-6 record this season.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Prosser has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .609. However, it's not like ITW David Speer Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .469. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Prosser couldn't quite finish off ITW David Speer Academy in their previous matchup back in May of 2024 and fell 10-8. Can the Falcons avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
